This thread is connected to the online course, Introduction to Workforce Preparation Activities and Employability Skills, freely available anytime, anywhere in the LINCS Learning Portal.
- Were there skills which were not explicitly included in the workplace preparation activities discussed? Note that there is no “right” answer here. Consider the alignments and intersections between the different skill sets.
- Many teachers are probably already integrating some or all of the skills and competencies of workforce preparation activities into classroom instruction. Reflect on your own experiences and the resources you have used to plan your curriculum. Have you used any of the resources presented in this course? Are there others you have used? Which ones seem to be the most effective? How do you know?
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I teach in a rural area where most industry is in manufacturing or farming. Also, there is a growing rate of crimes committed by male juveniles within our community. These students under age 18 who are currently on house arrest are court-ordered to enroll in our program; therefore, lack of motivation impacts attendance. As mentioned in the summary of this discussion board, I already integrate some of the skills and competencies addressed in this course, but I use interest inventories and personality surveys to initially build rapport with my learners. Aside from that, I believe the course emphasized the goals of increasing employment outcomes, postsecondary education and training transition and completion, gaining skill, and high school equivalency completion.
To demonstrate an understanding of the College and Career Readiness Anchor Standards select activities from published materials that align with these standards. Additionally, develop supplementary activities that also address these standards.
I agree that many learners need basic work ethics especially in time management. Providing a calendar or guiding them to how to access on phone as well.
A visual reminder is needed for many.
Many students depending on bus system come either late or early.
I feel bolstered by the notion that these Workforce Preparation activities and executive functioning skills all overlap and integrate themselves into a prepared and capable workforce.
Learning specific parts of WIOA and how to apply them to workforce preparation and integrating them into classes that are purposeful and meaningful. Critical thinking and working with others seem to be a large part of integrating WIOA with the students we serve.
I really liked all the scenarios and the way the information was laid out!
I really liked all the scenarios and the way the information was laid out!
I know have a better understanding on how to teach workforce preparation activities. It will now be easier to include in my ESL class.
The more you read it, you'll find something all the time. Helps keep you updated and more insight
As a current workforce trainer in the construction field I loved reading all that you had in this course, using much of it as a refresher. I especially liked the work values section and did additional research on that. My pre-apprentices really lack in finding any of their values, let alone finding what their work values are for an interview. I found a great resource called Work Values Inventory from William and Mary, Career Development and Professional Engagement department https://www.wm.edu/offices/career/students/career-exploration/work-values-inventory.pdf enjoy : )
As a Previous Career Advisor wonder under this grant, This is just an amazing opportunity for those who qualify.
During Math, students were instructed to choose the most affordable medical plan for themselves and/or their family. The students considered the deductible and calculated co-insurance and co-copayments prior to choosing the best plan out of three options.
very good introduction.